Originally Posted by $5 submissions

This isn't the first time.

The War of 1812 was a war between the US and Canada/Britain.

The War of 1812 was partly due to Southern American agitation to invade Canada. The Americans declared war and invaded Canada. The Brits weren't having any of that and coupled with stubborn Canadian resistance, not only kicked the US out but INVADED the US and burned the White House down. Indeed, the White House was painted white due to the effects of the burning.

Don't take my word for it. Some background on the War of 1812: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_of_1812